Welcome to Palmer Woods, one of Detroit's premier historic neighborhoods. Characterized by diverse and engaged residents and architectural treasures, our historic enclave of about 300 homes is nestled west of Woodward Avenue and north of Seven Mile Road in a beautiful wooded, urban setting. On this site, learn about our community: the Palmer Woods Association, our history, services available to our neighborhood, news, events and more.

More than 130 residents and guests attended the meeting March 7 at the UD Mercy Library. Special Guests included Lori Maher, First Lady of Detroit (photo courtesy of Barbara Barefield) and other dignitaries.

Last September, close to 100 Palmer Woods residents turned out for a joyous late summer afternoon filled with food, frolic, friends, fun and lots and lots of dancing. 2015’s picnic promises to be even better yet-stay tuned. Click on photo to read more.

On July 19th, 2014, despite a light, intermittent rain, more than 600 people toured 6 splendid gardens on the first Palmer Woods Garden Tour since the 1930s. 2015 Tour will take place July 18. Click photo to read more.

Curbside Pickup

Curbside pickup: For a schedule of pick up dates click here. Trash every Thursday (except holidays), recycling every other Thursday, bulk every other Friday and yard waste same day as bulk between April and November. Click here for more information and here for recycling tips.

History

Learn more about the deep history and amazing architecture of this historic Detroit Neighborhood.